bunkum

Meanings

• noun

  noun: meaningless talk, often used to deceive or impress.

  - "The politician's speech was filled with nothing but bunkum."
  - "Despite the salesman's eloquent bunkum, I didn't buy the product."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈbʌŋkəm/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with bunkum
bumper , jumper , rumpus , pumper

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Variants

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buncombe , buncombes , bunkum , bunkums

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Etymology

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Originally from the Dutch word 'bomschok,' which meant 'a deception,' 'trick,' or 'hoax.' The term was later adopted into English in the late 18th century.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'bunkum' is sometimes spelled as 'bunkummalarkey' or 'bunkummery.'

2. The phrase 'bunkum' has been used in various forms of media, including television shows and movies, to describe meaningless or deceptive language.

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Related Concepts

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1. propaganda: Both bunkum and propaganda involve the use of persuasive language to influence people's opinions or beliefs, but propaganda is typically used in a more serious and deliberate context.

2. double-talk: Double-talk is similar to bunkum in that it involves the use of ambiguous or meaningless language, but it is often used intentionally to confuse or obfuscate the truth.

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Culture

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Bunkum has been used extensively in literature and art to portray deception, manipulation, and dishonesty. It is often used as a humorous device to highlight the absurdity of empty words and meaningless talk.

How to Memorize "bunkum"

1. mnemonics
   

   - Remember B-U-N-K-U-M as 'Bunch of Unnecessary Nonsense Kept Under My Arms'

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